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Fire Science

Fire science courses are designed to help prospective firefighters develop and learn introductory firefighting and emergency response skills, interview skills and create a resume. Physical conditioning classes are geared to prepare for the demands of the testing process and the fire academy.

Skills and knowledge gained from the successful completion of this program include the ability to:

Recognize and identify the chemical and physical properties of hazardous materials

Describe the characteristics and behavior of fire and extinguishing agents

Describe the methods of attacking, controlling, and extinguishing various types of fires

Describe the reaction to heat and fire of various types of construction

Promotional Courses

In addition to the opportunities completion of your degree will offer, Phoenix College has specific courses for firefighters wishing to move up the career ladder. Promotional courses include training in:

Fire hydraulics and apparatus

Supervisory practices

Personnel management

Firefighting tactics and strategies

Many of our courses are held at the Phoenix Fire Department Training Academy and are taught by current fire department members. The courses to become a certified Firefighter are difficult, both physically and mentally. However, the courses at Phoenix College can give you the edge in the highly competitive hiring and promotional process.

Career and Employment Outlook

Urban areas will see more growth than rural areas, and applicants with higher test scores and paramedic training will have better prospects, For information about careers in your area of study, visit O*NET OnLine or BLS for detailed job descriptions, education requirements, wage, and employment trend information.

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The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is an EEO/AA institution and an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or national origin. A lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in the career and technical education programs of the District.

The Maricopa County Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability or age in its programs or activities. For Title IX/504 concerns, call the following number to reach the appointed coordinator: (480) 731-8499. For additional information, as well as a listing of all coordinators within the Maricopa College system, visit http://www.maricopa.edu/non-discrimination.